Kalmykia, Buddhist republic in Southern Russia
The territory spans from the Caspian Sea to the Volga River, featuring the Yergeni hills and extensive salt lakes across its northern plains.
The Kalmyk people settled in this region during the 17th century, moving from Central Asia to establish their presence near the Caspian Sea.
The Kalmyk population maintains traditional practices through music with the dombra instrument, dividing into three groups: Turguts, Durbets, and Buzavs.
The region focuses on livestock production, particularly sheep breeding, while fishing activities concentrate along the Caspian Sea coastline.
The territory contains numerous ancient burial mounds and represents the only European region where Buddhism stands as the primary religion.
Location: Russia
Inception: May 16, 1992
Capital city: Elista
Part of: European Russia, Southern Federal District
Shares border with: Astrakhan Oblast, Volgograd Oblast, Rostov Oblast, Stavropol Krai, Dagestan
Website: https://glava.region08.ru
GPS coordinates: 46.56667,45.31667
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:46
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